Dental Assistant - Bay St

Sun River Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team. This full-time position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on providing high-quality care to underserved populations. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting dental professionals, managing patient records, and ensuring a safe and sterile environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in community health and have the skills to support patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists and Hygienists and prepare operatory for patient treatment.
• Monitor and update patient charts and document visits.
• Follow OSHA standards of infection control.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Patient Care

Infection Control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical School diploma

Job description

Sun River Health Dental Assistant Job Description

Sun River Health provides high-quality comprehensive primary, preventative, and behavioral health services to all, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, especially serving underserved and vulnerable populations. We are a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, and Westchester County. We are currently seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Bay St, Staten Island location.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists and Hygienists as needed and prepare/dismantle operatory for patient treatment.
• Check in patients and notify providers of patient arrival.
• Monitor and update patient charts; document visits, radiographs, treatment plans, and other relevant information.
• Record patient appointment data daily, including no-shows, cancellations, emergencies, and payment sources.
• Take and process radiographs as directed.
• Assist with patient care.
• Follow OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines.
• Maintain supplies and instruments in the dental operatory.
• Manage dental laboratory cases and monitor sterilization procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical School diploma or equivalent.

Additional Information

Salary range: $20.50 - $22.00 per hour.

Sun River Health is committed to increasing access to comprehensive health care and improving community health, especially for underserved populations. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.